By Atoyebi Nike
President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that the country’s hardest days are behind. He said Nigeria is now entering a new phase of renewed hope and progress.
In his Eid-el-Kabir message on Thursday, Tinubu urged Nigerians to pray for peace and unity. He also called on citizens to show resilience, compassion, tolerance, and commitment to national growth.
“Eid-el-Kabir marks a sacred time filled with worship and good deeds,” Tinubu said. “It is a moment to thank Allah for His many blessings.”
He said the festival reminds people of the values of sacrifice and selflessness. “To honour Eid, we must live by these values,” he said, citing Prophet Ibrahim’s obedience to God.
The president thanked Nigerians for their patience as his administration pushes through reforms. “We have gone through tough times,” he said. “But things are getting better.”
Tinubu noted that some people doubted the government’s path. However, he said recent economic signs are improving. “We are rebuilding the economy step by step,” he said.
He said the goal is to change lives, not just improve statistics. “There are no quick fixes,” he added. “But our foundation is becoming stronger.”
He also sympathised with victims of the recent flooding in Mokwa, Niger State. “Let us pray for the dead and help the survivors,” he said.
Tinubu urged Nigerians to pray for leaders and security forces. “Let this season renew our hope, love, and unity,” he said.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio also sent Eid greetings. He said the festival reminds Nigerians of compassion, sacrifice, and faith.
“Let us show obedience and selflessness like Prophet Ibrahim,” Akpabio said. He praised Tinubu’s reforms and asked citizens to remain patient.
“These tough measures are building a stronger future,” he said.
Speaker of the House of Representatives Abbas Tajudeen, speaking from Hajj, also shared his message. He urged Nigerians to make personal and national sacrifices.
He said the current economic hardship is temporary. “Together, we will rise above these challenges,” he said.
Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed called for unity and kindness. He urged citizens to follow the example of Prophet Ibrahim.
“Let us live in peace, regardless of religion or politics,” he said. He promised continued good governance and citizen welfare.
In Enugu, Governor Peter Mbah praised the Muslim community’s contributions. He urged people to be kind and support the less privileged.
“Let us live with empathy and shared responsibility,” he said. “We will continue to build a state of equal opportunity for all.”
